Re: Thoughts on EW 1783 vs EWB?

Considering that the current NAS 1783 is surely closer to 7 years than it used to be, it might be interesting to compare it to the old 7 year age-stated EWB. I would, but I'm fresh out of both.

I don't think that would be a fair comparison as the age-stated bottles will be pre-fire HH and taste quite a bit different from current HH. Many have commented on the prominent eucalyptus flavor that was common in older HH bottles but is nonexistent in what they're making now. It was a love-it-or-hate-it thing. I like current HH bottles quite a lot and while I find their older, pre-fire stuff interesting it's not something I reach for often.

-Brian-

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Re: Thoughts on EW 1783 vs EWB?

I think 1783 is one of the best values out there. It is the bar brand at The Porch where we congregate and, at $4.50 a pour .. it's the go-to when you just want a refreshing bourbon on ice without a lot of thought going into the purchase. At around $10 bucks .. it is better than many you can pay many more time for IMO.
We did find some of the old 10-year old up in Georgia and have a few bunkered. It is much better than today's "10-star" ... but ... it's all good.

Re: Thoughts on EW 1783 vs EWB?

Recently did a comparo with an older 10yr age stated 1783 with a current release 1783. No contest there, the 10yr was much better. I used to recommend the 1783 when it was a 10yr but I don't any longer. The NAS juice does seem to hold up well to water as in melting ice, just doesn't work for me as a neat sipper. I still have a number of Bourbon knowledgable friends who drink it with ice and like it as a value pour.